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How to Grow and Care for Temple flower

Temple flower generally requires attentive care, making it a more challenging plant for gardeners. Critical to its health is ensuring well-draining, acidic soil and protection from direct afternoon sunlight. Additionally, temple flower thrives with consistent moisture but is prone to root rot, mandating careful water management. Pruning after blooming helps maintain shape and encourages future flowering.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Temple flower

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-6.5
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	6-10

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Varieties of Temple flower

Temple flower 'Captain Rawes'

Temple flower 'Captain Rawes' is named for Captain Richard Rawes, who shipped the first specimens of this plant to England in 1820. This historic camellia cultivar stands out for its blushing pink flowers and vigorous growth. Temple flower 'Captain Rawes' makes an excellent landscape shrub.

Temple flower 'Arch of Triumph'

Temple flower 'Arch of Triumph''s giant, peony-like pink (or red) and white flowers atop glossy foliage give this variant its distinctive look. Cultivated as a camellia hybrid, it was named after the French monument for its monumental growth and appearance. Temple flower 'Arch of Triumph' is popular for its carmine-colored blooms, dark green foliage, and ease of care.

Temple flower 'Mandalay Queen'

Temple flower 'Mandalay Queen' boasts large, vibrant pink flowers with a ruffled appearance, distinguished by its luxuriant, glossy green leaves. Preferring mild climates, temple flower 'Mandalay Queen' typically thrives under partial shade, its opulent blooms emerging as a spectacle in late winter to early spring. This plant lends an exotic touch to gardens, particularly in temperate zones.

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Temple flower stands out as a robust shrub, which under optimal conditions may develop into a stately tree form, reaching impressive heights of up to 50 feet (approximately 15 meters). It boasts the largest blossoms within its genus, a key characteristic for recognition. When cultivated as a shrub, it typically maintains a height around 12 feet (about 3.66 meters). The expansive flowers and potential for significant vertical growth make temple flower a distinctive member of its family.